Manager salary in United States

The average salary for a Manager is $79,201 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 17.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 16, 2026.

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Manager salaries typically range between a low of $41,111 and a high of $152,581 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Manager include Chicago, IL at $113,628 per year, Los Angeles, CA at $112,399 per year, and Atlanta, GA at $109,887 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Manager include J&M Management ($480,000 per year) and City of Riverside ($405,696 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Manager salary compares to related positions:

• Chief Manager: Average $115,353 per year
• Entry Level Manager: Average $59,058 per year
• Intern Manager: Average $18.68 per hour
• Senior Manager: Average $148,404 per year
• Trainee Manager: Average $58,380 per year